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R250 RKX

1997 Rover 623

Gold Petrol 2256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

73,185 mi
Last recorded73,185 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Rover 62395,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR250 RKX
MakeRover
Model623
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,256cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2023 73,185 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 71,334 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

brakes needs attention

Pass 23 Feb 2021 69,512 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 68,314 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2015 67,655 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Dashboard warning lights taped over

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 66,815 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 65,768 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2013 65,768 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 63,859 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 62,469 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 61,145 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 59,601 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 58,274 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 56,533 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 623?

Based on 34,804 MOT tests across 5,475 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
4,621
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
5,475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,216
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,159
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
parking brake recording little or no effort 2,228
Stop lamp not working 1,886
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R250 RKX is a 1997 Rover 623 in Gold with a 2,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Rover 623 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 95,906 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 623 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R250 RKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 623 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 623 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R250 RKX registered?

R250 RKX is a 1997 Rover 623, first registered on 28 October 1997.

Is R250 RKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R250 RKX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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